Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Khanapur taluk, Karnataka-Goa border in Belagavi district, and is spread over an area of around 190 sq km. This sanctuary is known for the Barapede caves, the only known breeding area of the Wroughton’s Free-tailed Bat, a threatened species on the verge of extinction. The sanctuary is also home to other species like the Velvet-fronted Nuthatch, Malabar Grey Hornbill, Imperial Pigeon, Emerald Dove, and the elusive Malabar Trogon.
Highlights of Bhimgad
Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary
Spread over 19000 hectares, In wildlife sanctuary is home to tigers, leopards, bears, chitals, deers, wild dogs, and other animals.
Barapede Caves
Natural caves known as a breeding areas for endangered bats.
Bhimgad Fort
Historical ruins of Bhimgad fort are located inside the Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary. Bhimgad fort was built by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj during the 17th century and offered defense against the Portuguese military that occupied Goa. Bhimgad Fort has freshwater ponds, canons, and large walls which are reasonably intact
Belgaum Golf Course
A popular golf course in the region, located on the way to Bhimgad from Belagavi, opposite the Bhimgad Adventure Camp, a property owned by Jungle Lodges and Resorts.